Scott ClendanielScott Clendaniel is an Alaskan artist who married into a Russian family and has been learning Russian for over a decade, inspired by trips to Russia, visiting family members, and connecting with exchange students. As an artist, Scott mostly paints wih oil paint, but also has a background in graphic design. Scott met Michele Whaley at a local Russian lesson after he returned from a trip to Lake Baikal. When Michele asked him to illustrate the 'Утро' book, he was excited to show the story with pictures to help new Russian readers develop their skills. Read More Read Less